Maafaru International Airport
The project includes construction of a new regional/international airport in Noonu Atoll consisting of a 2200 meter runway, taxiways, Apron with shoulder and Service roads. Works to be suitable for existing domestic operations like turboprop aircraft and business jets. Included the construction and equipment of a maintenance hangar, speedboat docking hangar, construction of a jetty in order to service adjacent islands and a VIP private jetty and airport administrative buildings. All complete with regulation compliant safety measures and entailing infrastructure, such as backfill and levelling, provision of water, electricity, and telecommunication services.
Key Takeaways
All construction materials had to be imported, while the transfer of materials to Maafaru presented challenges due to the isolated location. These were some of the main reasons Maldivian companies could not carry out the airport project. The runway was completed in 6 months and the overall project was fast tracked and completed within just 1.5 years. The first test flight landed at the airport within 8 months of the project award, and over 60 different flights landed at the airport for various purposes even while construction activities were being carried out.
Scope of Work
- Runway & Shoulders-2200m
- Apron – 14376SQM
- Passenger Terminal –1200SQM
- Hanger – 2200SQM
- Airport Administrative buildings
- Speed Boat Docking Area
- Passenger Jetty